
Urban Planning
Philly is creating its own environmental justice mapping tool with input from residents
At the first in a series of workshops, Philadelphians raised concerns about illegal dumping, poorly maintained trees and air pollution.
7 months ago
Burlington County partnership to increase police presence around River Line communities
The Burlington County Sheriff’s Office will work with police departments in the river towns and NJ Transit Police to deter crime.
8 months ago
Listen 1:09Streets near Rittenhouse Row will go car-free on September Sundays
Advocates are hoping for a broader revival of the Philly Free Streets program.
8 months ago
A new apartment building will rise amid a group of Germantown landmarks
The project from Iron Stone Real Estate Partners does not need zoning approvals to move forward.
8 months ago
Philly gets federal money to explore ‘cool roofs’
The U.S. Department of Energy grant will also help the city expand energy efficiency education and plan to grow the clean energy workforce.
8 months ago
Will Philly’s car-free streets boost business? Some retailers will find out in September
Several streets near Rittenhouse Square in Center City will temporarily close to vehicle traffic every Sunday in September during a pilot program.
8 months ago
Listen 1:00PHL expecting Thanksgiving-level volume for Labor Day holiday
With lots of travelers taking that last trip of the summer, Philly airport officials expect big crowds to move through ahead of Labor Day.
8 months ago
Some new mayors, such as Philly's Cherelle Parker, are using a get-tough approach that the Supreme Court validated with a June ruling that allows bans on sleeping outside.
8 months ago
‘It doesn’t feel safe’: Philly advocates say report misrepresents pedestrian safety in the city
New research from Forbes puts Philly at the top of a list for pedestrian safety. Advocates say the numbers don’t tell the whole story.
8 months ago
Listen 1:11Temple’s former Paley Library building is getting a major makeover
The adaptive reuse project is breathing new life into the mid-century brutalist building.
8 months ago
Middle Thorofare Bridge in Wildwood Crest closed due to motor failure
Mayor Don Cabrera posted on Facebook that there is a motor failure on the Cape May County bridge, and that it cannot be repaired.
8 months ago
An engineering firm has recommended reduced lanes, more bike paths and shorter crosswalks. Now it’s up to the boroughs to execute the plan.
8 months ago
Climate change takes center stage at Philadelphia Gas Commission meeting
Testifying ratepayers urged commissioners to strike down a proposal that would limit public participation in Philadelphia Gas Works’ budget process.
8 months ago
Listen 1:40SEPTA to reinstate parking fees in phases starting in late September
Parking fees were suspended in 2020 in an effort to attract customers back to the transit system, SEPTA said.
8 months ago
The Philly region is claiming millions in home energy tax credits. Here’s how taxpayers saved
President Biden’s 2022 climate law expanded the tax credits, which cover the costs of heat pumps, air conditioners, home insulation and solar panels.
8 months ago
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